Managing Claims Stemming from Leave Requests Based on Mental Health Conditions

April 24, 2025

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Member Susan Desmond (New Orleans) will moderate “Managing Claims Stemming from Leave Requests Based on Mental Health Conditions” at the 10th Annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) ExecuSummit – Spring Session in Naples, Florida, on April 24, 2025. This presentation will explore the complex challenges employers face when managing leave requests related to mental health conditions. Attendees will gain insights into compliance with the ADA, FMLA, and other relevant laws while also learning best practices for minimizing liability and effectively handling claims that arise from these types of leave requests.

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